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What To Put In An Emergency Bag

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Yet another fire breaks out in Utah. It seems that every day there is at least one. It’s starting to get really scary and there doesn’t seem to be any rain in sight. It has been 35 days since we have had any measurable rain. The forecast says we may get some thunderstorms Thursday. In most areas that would be a relief, usually, in Utah, thunderstorms mean just lots of dry lightning. Add that to the already dry conditions and we are looking at even more fires. I’ve written several posts about being prepared for emergencies but that was always … Continue reading →

Be Prepared with Important Documents

If you don’t have the following documents stored in a waterproof and portable container, then you might not be prepared for an emergency. If you have to leave suddenly in an emergency, you want to take important paperwork with you. It can help immensely. You may have to prove who you are, prove that you are related to other family members and prove that you own your property. Having medical information is also important. Even if you find that you are away from home when an emergency hits, having the paperwork protected at home can be valuable. It may be … Continue reading →

The Different Ways to Stockpile Food

One of the main ways that we can be prepared is to stockpile a good food supply for ourselves and our families. Having enough food, should an unexpected crisis occur, is very important. Food is one of the necessities, and being well nourished can make the difference between staying healthy and succumbing to illness or disease. Stockpiling food can be helpful not only in a natural crisis or a man-made one but also in times of a financial crisis, either personal or global. If the cost of food goes up to high for most people to afford, or if it … Continue reading →

CDC Says “Be Prepared for Zombie Apocalypse”

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging citizens to be prepared for a potential Zombie Apocalypse. I’m not kidding. The CDC recommends that each one of us has the following ready just in case, “to get you through the first couple of days before you can locate a zombie-free refugee camp.” Water (1 gallon per person per day) Food (stock up on non-perishable items that you eat regularly) Medications (this includes prescription and non-prescription meds) Tools and Supplies (utility knife, duct tape, battery powered radio, etc.) Sanitation and Hygiene (household bleach, soap, towels, etc.) Clothing and Bedding … Continue reading →

Remembering What You Need

I used to get so frustrated when I went to the store and was reminded of something I needed and didn’t know the size! Furnace filters are the worst. It never failed, every time I remembered to buy them I forgot what size. I needed a better way to keep track of this stuff. One day I went around the house and made a list of all the things I needed to buy, only occasionally, so I would always have the numbers. I carry a day planner in my purse so it was easy to write this information on a … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: March 24 – 30

Here are this week’s articles, just a click away: Spring Cleaning: Postponed Considering the intense weather we’ve been having, the weather is playing a big role in my decision to postpone spring cleaning… Our yard and washed out driveway are going to need attention before I can begin washing walls and tackling other spring cleaning tasks, after recent flooding. Read on for Spring Cleaning tips: Don’t worry, I’ll be following my own advice at some point, just at a later date. I’m postponing spring cleaning, not canceling it, although the thought has admittedly crossed my mind. Basic Emergency Supply Kit … Continue reading →